given the reaction below, which is being reduced? mg + cl₂ → mg²⁺ + 2cl⁻\n2cl⁻\ncl₂\nmg\nmg²⁺
given the reaction below, which is being reduced? mg + cl₂ → mg²⁺ + 2cl⁻\n2cl⁻\ncl₂\nmg\nmg²⁺
Answer
Brief Explanations:
Reduction is the gain of electrons. In the reaction, chlorine in $Cl_2$ has an oxidation state of 0 and in $2Cl^-$ it has an oxidation - state of - 1. Chlorine gains electrons to form chloride ions. Magnesium loses electrons (oxidation) going from an oxidation state of 0 to + 2.
Answer:
B. $Cl_2$